A Thrill of Hope Youth & Intergenerational Curriculum

A Thrill of Hope Youth & Intergenerational Curriculum is a six-session Advent–Epiphany resource designed for youth groups or intergenerational gatherings, centered on guided sharing circles and exploring our theme in community.

Theme Overview

Advent begins in a weary world, fractured by division and despair. Yet across generations, humanity has clung to the hope of restoration, and God continues to draw near. The Messiah has saved us, is saving us, and will save us. Suffering is not the final word. As we journey through Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany, we watch for God’s saving work all around us: healing where there is hurt, courage where there is fear, hope where there is despair. The miracle of Immanuel did not end in Bethlehem. The thrill of hope persists.

Weekly Themes:

• First Sunday of Advent: Keep Awake
  Mark 13:24–37
• Second Sunday of Advent: Prepare the Way
  Mark 1:1–8
• Third Sunday of Advent: Among You Stands One
  John 1:6–8, 19–28
• Fourth Sunday of Advent: Let It Be with Me
  Luke 1:26–38
• First Sunday after Christmas: My Eyes Have Seen Your Salvation
  Luke 2:22–40
• Epiphany: Another Road
  Matthew 2:1–12

Scripture passages used in A Thrill of Hope are from the Revised Common Lectionary, Year B.

Description

Six lessons for Advent, the First Sunday after Christmas, and Epiphany (we do not include a lesson for Christmas). Each session includes:

• Introduction and opening prayer
• Optional hands-on activity
• Scripture reading
• Sharing Circle with printable Sharing Cards (12 per session)
• Reflection tied to the weekly theme
• Optional song recommendation
• Closing prayer
  

What I Get

PDF Download

• PDF curriculum with six sessions (Advent, the First Sunday after Christmas, and Epiphany)
• Leader’s Intro Guide